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Devil Face, Angel Heart
Lon is an assassin who is deformed. The only man he can trust is his brother, Kwan. When Lon kills a police officer, the officer's partner tries to go after him, but lets him go after seeing his face. Meanwhile, Lon falls for Wendy, the girlfriend of Lon's sadistic boss, Dragon. When Lon agrees to kill Dragon for Wendy, it's a setup. After the kill, Lon is hit by a car and plunges into the river. A year passes by. A new man named Michael arrives, working for Wendy. Meanwhile, the partner of the cop Lon killed is still on the case. He notices a resemblance of the new man to Lon. Is Michael the same person as Lon? If so, what is the motive?
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Plot Summary
A gritty crime drama centered on a young, ambitious detective who finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of corruption while investigating a brutal murder. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of the city's power structure. The detective must confront his own moral compass as the lines between good and evil blur, putting his career and life on the line.
Critical Reception
Devil Face, Angel Heart received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its tense atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors, others found the plot to be predictable and the pacing uneven. It is often noted as a competent, albeit unexceptional, entry in the crime thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dark and gritty atmosphere.
Strong performances from the main cast, especially Chris Messina, were highlighted.
Criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and pacing issues.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's an interesting crime thriller with a solid, albeit familiar, storyline and good acting.
Fun Fact
The film marked an early role for Chris Messina, who would go on to achieve wider recognition in later television and film projects.
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